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NEWS ADVISORY

SUBJECT: Matthew Shepard 1977-1998

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
10/13/1998

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:
Julee Pate (206) 684-4514

Statement

Matthew Shepard 1977-1998

The City of Seattle Commission for Sexual Minorities adds its voice to the shock and
sadness expressed by many others over the death of Matthew Shepard, an innocent victim of
a hate-motivated attack. Sexual minorities should never worry that their lives are in
danger because of their identity, but Matthews death reminds us that this fear is
based in reality. We send our best wishes to Matthews family and community and hope
to continue working in our capacity with Seattle City Government to promote tolerance and
put an end to hate crime.

Members of the Seattle Commission for Sexual Minorities may be contacted at scsm@ci.seattle.wa.us or (206)684-4500 by
individuals interested in working with the Commission on hate crimes related projects.